Mark Begich actually said...

"I was just in Afghanistan... that's powerful. That gives us tactical advantage, at least from my perspective."

"I'm a huge supporter of the military, but when I hear that the decision has been made on what it will save..."

"Why I ask this is because it's critical on the civilian piece, because under BRAC there are special requirements when you start touching civilian employees and the quantity, under the law."

"shouldn't we ensure the military's global footprint is aligned with our strategy?"